{ KINDGERGARTEN MEET THE TEACHER }

Hallie was so excited to begin Kindgergarten. A few days before school started they had "Meet the Teacher". We were able to go and see her classroom and meet Mrs. Z. It eased my mind a little, seeing where she would be each day. I can't believe I already have a Kindergartener!

Her teacher gave her a SkippyJonJones book and some popcorn that said, "Thanks for Poppin in".

I LOVE this little girl. She is my little sweetie.

{ PICTURES }

Natalie is always nice and humors me with letting me take her kids pictures. By no means do I think I am a professional, but it is fun to try new things out. I snapped a few of my kids while we were at it. 

{ UTAH IN JULY }

Ok, I am SO behind blogging. Life is so busy. I really want to catch up because I turn my blogs into books. So...here we go. Back to the blogging...13 NEW posts! (like 3 pages worth) and I've decided, since I'm super behind, I am just plopping the pics up. Most pictures not edited. Not too ok with that, but that's how it's going to be until I'm caught up.

July I went home to UT and it was seriously my favorite summer ever. My sister Chelsey and Jared were living at my parents for the summer before they moved to Houston, my mom quit her job which meant she didn't have to go to work everyday and be super stressed, Natalie was nice to put her life on hold and come play everyday, and we all just had one big party! I loved it. We did so many things, had way too much fun and made lots of wonderful memories. I just love being with family. It's so fun, but at the same time it's so hard because then I never want to go back home.

This picture sums up what we did. Partied till we crashed.

{ HALLIE'S BDAY DATE }

Grandma Robin took Hallie on a little birthday date to McDonalds. Hallie decided she'd invite me, Peyton and Kyler along too :). She loves spending time with Grandma.

My mom took her to the toy store and let her pick a present out afterwards. This was hilarious to watch. She said she didn't want me and Peyton to be by them in the store. We had to go away. Holy cow! She is like her mother. She knows what she wants when she sees it. But it takes FOREVER to find that perfect thing! ha ha. My mom gave her tons of ideas, their cart was full of "maybe's". Then she passed by this dog and she immediately said, "I'm ready to decide!" She was in HEAVEN! She's had her eye on that dog forever. I told her that is the perfect pet for us. She takes it with her everywhere she goes. Sleeps with it, walks it daily, it's perfect! Thanks Grandma and Grandpa!

My brother Jordan and girlfriend Katie stopped by to see us and they spoiled the girls with presents as well. They are so sweet.

{ PEYTON'S PINCKALICIOUS BDAY PARTY }

Peyton turned 3 on July 29th...

She debated back and forth between a "Max and Ruby" or "Pinkalicious" party for quite some time. I'm glad that she decided on Pinkalicious because I wasn't quite sure how I'd pull off the other, nor did it sound too fun.

She was SO excited for her party. It was fun to be in UT during her birthday and celebrate with our families. She had been excited all day long and then when everyone came over, it was a little overwhelming for her. Poor thing. She started crying and asked when just me and her could go on her birthday date. We ended up having a great time. We had lots of yummy food, played lots of fun games, and enjoyed each other's company.

Well she warmed up as soon as she found the ~ MAKE UP ~ It was seriously the cutest thing ever to sit and watch her apply makeup over and over and over. It was like her comfort. Like if she just sat there and kept applying, nobody would notice her. She loved it and after that, she was totally fine. Guess she just had to hide that cute little face a little.

 Cute Storie and Gianna went to help her out and she decided that all these people weren't so bad after all.

 Dustin is always so sweet to her and got a good laugh at her cute face.

cute little Macy

Cho doing all the girls nails

Parnters in crime. Trying to look as innocent as possible.

 Insisted on a pinata. She seriously went to town on that thing. Loved it!

Hallie was so excited to give Peyton a leapster for her bday. Now they both have their own and don't fight over it. She was thrilled.

My sweet mom and sisters helped me out SO much. They are the best. I'm so lucky to have them.

 Natalie still likes to play with her barbies.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY PEYTON

WE LOVE YOU SO MUCH!

{ CUPCAKES WITH THE BIRTHDAY GIRL }

On Peyton's birthday date, we went shopping at the mall and picked out a charm bracelet she's had her eye on. We found her this "pinkalicious" dress and then headed to McDonalds to eat. She is so cute and I just love being with her. She was hilarious trying to decide what charm to pick out. She seriously set out like 20 charms on the floor, layed them all out in a line to check out her options and then finally choose one. Hmm...wonder where she gets that indecisiveness. jk. I love being with Peyton. She is always making me laugh and just loves life.

My Mom too us, Grandma Janice, Nat, Chels and cousins to the cupcake store. It was delicious.

I love my little "Tooters" She brings me so much joy. Is always making us all laugh and such a sweetheart.